1977 BMW 520 vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 26 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 BMW 520 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 520 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
